Program Description
The Interior Design program is designed to develop technical skills, creativity, and an understanding of all aspects of Interior Design. The graduates of this program will be qualified by education, experience, and examination to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces for the purpose of improving the quality of life, increasing productivity, and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The Interior Design program will prepare the students to:

Analyze clients’ needs, goals, and life safety requirements and integrate them into a comprehensive design program.

Formulate preliminary design concepts that are aesthetic, appropriate, functional, and in accordance with codes and standards.

Transfer/Articulation Information
This AAS Degree is currently not directly transferable to four-year institutions; however, some of the General Education components are transferable. In addition, 7 courses directly transfer to Weber State University’s Interior Design BS Program (see the requirements for the Certificate of Proficiency in Interior Design). The Interior Design Program is committed to general and pre-professional programs and some credit may be granted by receiving institutions on a per case basis (See Utah System of Higher Education Institutions).

Demonstrate entry level professional skills for employment in the Interior Design industry.

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Students will be able to evaluate and solve design problems visually and volumetrically to create functional and creative spaces through conceptualizing, diagramming, space planning and completing construction documents.

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Students will be able to measure and estimate the quantity and cost of materials needed for projects, i.e. paint, drapery, floor coverings, wallpaper, etc.

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Students will have the ability to evaluate and specify textiles and materials for interiors regarding appropriate use and impact on the environment.

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Students will demonstrate proficiency in creating industry standard documents required for Interior Design presentations and communication using hand and computer aided drafting skills.

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Students will demonstrate the proper use of industry terminology which will allow them to communicate effectively with other similarly engaged professionals.

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Students will demonstrate professionalism through quality presentations, effective sales techniques, efficient organization, and working in a collaborative and constructive manner.

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Students will apply entry level industry knowledge of local and national building codes relating to residential and commercial Interior Design projects.

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Students will demonstrate proficiency in utilizing industry technology and software including: Autodesk CAD and REVIT, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, and Virtual Reality equipment and software.

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Students will create high quality printed and electronic portfolios to use for job applications. The portfolio will reflect class work and projects completed during the program.

Distribution Areas

INTD 1010* is a Fine Art General Education course. Courses that meet General Education requirements may be used to meet program requirements. If this option is chosen, student must complete additional elective courses in Interior Design to meet the total credit hour requirement. Please meet with an academic advisor to discuss options.

Electives Courses (8 credits minimum)

Select a minimum of 8 elective credits from the following. It is advised to meet with the Interior Design academic advisor, program manager or faculty for guidance as to the best selection for the student’s career and/or transfer goals.

Graduation Map

Advising Notes

Students should contact the Interior Design Academic Advisor or the Interior Design Department for additional information on:

Elective courses that would be most beneficial to the student’s career goals.

A pathway to transfer to 4 year institutions.

Students who need to take preparatory classes to meet the requirements of first semester courses should plan on extra time to complete the program. It is the student’s responsibility to examine each course description for details of prerequisite classes. Those prerequisites must be satisfied before class may be taken.